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New Bull May Need a Breather | Weekly Market Commentary | June 26, 2023

New Bull May Need a Breather | Weekly Market Commentary | June 26, 2023

by arleneadmin | Jun 26, 2023 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary

We know it’s old news at this point, but on June 8, 2023, the S&P 500 entered a new bull market. After such a strong rally off the October lows, this young bull probably needs a breather. A look at the charts suggests this market may be due for a pause. Bull...
Market Responses to Fed (in)Action | Weekly Market Commentary | June 20, 2023

Market Responses to Fed (in)Action | Weekly Market Commentary | June 20, 2023

by arleneadmin | Jun 20, 2023 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary

As the economy is likely downshifting, investors should take heed that the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) current stance is eerily similar to early 2007. During that time, the Fed held a tightening bias since they believed the housing market was stabilizing, the economy...
FOMC Preview: Skip, Pause, or Hike? | Weekly Market Commentary | June 12, 2023

FOMC Preview: Skip, Pause, or Hike? | Weekly Market Commentary | June 12, 2023

by arleneadmin | Jun 12, 2023 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary

The Federal Reserve (Fed) meets this week where it is largely expected to not raise short term interest rates for the first time in 15 months. However, Fed messaging has been all over the place in recent weeks. While some Fed officials continue to advocate for...
Closing Out Our Equities Overweight | Weekly Market Commentary | June 5, 2023

Closing Out Our Equities Overweight | Weekly Market Commentary | June 5, 2023

by arleneadmin | Jun 5, 2023 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary

Stocks have had a nice run, but at higher prices, the bar for further gains gets higher. We have recently made the case in this publication that there are a lot of reasons to expect the market to go higher between now and year end. But with stocks at higher...
How Much of a Problem is Concentrated Leadership? | Weekly Market Commentary | May 30, 2023

How Much of a Problem is Concentrated Leadership? | Weekly Market Commentary | May 30, 2023

by arleneadmin | May 30, 2023 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary

The mega-cap technology companies have powered the broad market higher this year. In fact, the 8.1% gain in the S&P 500 year to date has been driven entirely by six mega-cap stocks: Apple (AAPL), Microsoft (MSFT), NVIDIA (NVDA), Meta (META), Amazon (AMZN), and...
Will History Rhyme? A Fed Pause Has Been Good For Fixed Income | Weekly Market Commentary | May 22, 2023

Will History Rhyme? A Fed Pause Has Been Good For Fixed Income | Weekly Market Commentary | May 22, 2023

by arleneadmin | May 22, 2023 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary

Economists like to remind us there is no such thing as a free lunch. In investment parlance, that just means all investments carry risk—even cash. And the big risk with cash is reinvestment risk. That is, while short term rates are currently elevated, the risk is...
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SABRINA PROANO

Financial Advisor

Focused

Sabrina Proano knows you work hard for your money, and she works hard to protect it. Since 2003, Sabrina has helped her clients get organized financially, define strategies that make sense and map out paths to pursue broader life goals.

Sabrina applies a level of service excellence to her work that lets clients know they are part of her family, not just a name beside numbers on a statement. Sabrina measures success not by the portfolios she builds but by each clients’ progress towards their personal financial satisfaction. For some, this means moving from survival to stability, others from status quo to significant growth, and for all, to realize their legacy. Sabrina brings abundant knowledge, wisdom, support, laughter, and above all, dedication to serving everyone as she would want to be served.

Sabrina and her partner, Darrin Bearden, launched Clear Blue Wealth in August 2021 because they are deeply committed to helping people find clarity for retirement. Regardless of your starting point with money, Clear Blue Wealth provides a practical, efficient approach that enables you to navigate the dizzying array of financial decisions you face confidently.

Outside the office, Sabrina and her husband Byron enthusiastically parent two beautiful girls, one dog, three cats, two bunnies, and a goldfish. The Proano family are no strangers to adventure – they love to travel and explore destinations across the globe. Some of their favorite trips so far have been to Ecuador, Mexico, Italy and the UK. In most winter holidays, you can find Sabrina and Byron on the slopes of Colorado or Utah, trying to keep up with their girls. Instilling a strong sense of faith, education, culture and foreign language skills are important to Sabrina and her family.

Educated & Licensed

  • Master of Business Administration, Global Leadership MBA, University of Phoenix
  • Bachelor of Science, International Studies, Lee University
  • Dave Ramsey SmartVestor Pro since 2015
  • Investment Fiduciary
  • Current Financial Advisor licensed in over 10 states
  • Life, Accident & Sickness, Variable Products Agent
  • Series 7 | Certified General Securities Representative
  • Series 63 Certified State Securities Agent
  • Series 66 | Certified State Combined Securities
  • Certified Variable Contracts Representative
  • Member FINRA/SIPC

Experienced

  • Financial Planning & Priority Setting
  • Cash Flow Analysis & Budget Support
  • Retirement & Life Planning
  • Asset & Investment Management
  • Comprehensive Insurance Planning

Quote

“Everyone deserves the choice to take control of their own financial independence.”

Contact Information

Sabrina Proano
Financial Advisor
678-524-9994
sabrina@clearbluewealth.com
1401 Founders Row Greensboro,
GA 30642
clearbluewealth.com

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DARRIN BEARDEN

Financial Advisor

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Darrin Bearden is a fiduciary financial advisor, investment advisor representative, and Dave Ramsey SmartVestor Pro, who teaches his clients how to pursue financial freedom and gain clarity for retirement. Meaningful connections drive Darrin – his goal is to personally make a difference in the lives of the people he works with.

Darrin believes that financial knowledge is power and that living debt-free, protecting your assets, and consistently investing for the future are crucial elements of a solid financial plan. He meets everyone right where they are, offering his expertise to help them understand their choices and implement changes in all the right places. Darrin has a knack for explaining complex concepts in ways that make good sense, for listening in a way that makes you feel heard, and for treating his clients like part of his family.

Darrin and his partner, Sabrina Proano, launched Clear Blue Wealth in August 2021 because they are deeply committed to helping people find clarity for retirement. Regardless of your starting point with money, Clear Blue Wealth provides a practical, efficient approach that enables you to navigate the dizzying array of financial decisions you face confidently.

Outside the office, Darrin volunteers his time in Guest Services at North Point Community Church, with his men’s group at No Longer Bound ministries, and as a Financial Peace University coordinator at Buckhead Church. Darrin is fluent in Spanish and enjoys traveling with his delightful Venezuelan wife and three daughters.

Educated & Licensed

  • Life & Health, Series 6, Series 63, Series 65 held through IFG Advisory, LLC
  • Master of Business Administration, Georgia State University, Robinson College of Business
  • Master of Organizational Management, Sorbonne Graduate Business School, Paris, France
  • Dave Ramsey SmartVestor Pro

Experienced

  • Financial Planning & Priority Setting
  • Cash Flow Analysis & Budget Support
  • Retirement & Life Planning
  • Asset & Investment Management
  • Comprehensive Insurance Planning

Quote

“The difference is the decision to start.”

Contact Information

Darrin Bearden
Financial Advisor
404-394-0272
darrin@clearbluewealth.com
clearbluewealth.com
102 Bombay Lane
Roswell, GA 30076